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Pigeon proofing solar panels Peterborough
Solar panel pigeon proofing in Peterborough and the surrounding villages. We remove pigeons from under your panels, clear the droppings and nests and fit solar panel bird mesh – no drilling, with a 10-year guarantee.
- Ideal for new-build estates
- Pigeons and nests removed
- Bird mesh clipped on – no drilling
- 10-year guarantee
IPAF trained · Constructionline & Acclaim accredited
10-year guaranteeBirds back within 10 years? We return free.
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Peterborough
Pigeon proofing solar panels across Peterborough
Peterborough has expanded rapidly over the years, with large residential townships such as Hampton, Orton, Werrington, Bretton and Paston built around the historic cathedral city.
Big estates of modern homes, many with solar panels, give pigeons lots of choice of where to nest – and they often return to the same area year after year. With farmland on every side, wood pigeons are common in the outer townships, while feral pigeons spread out from the city centre.
We see the same pattern across the city: one or two houses on a street are affected first, and within a year or two the birds have moved along the row. Solar panel pigeon proofing early, and proofing neighbouring homes together, stops that from happening.
Pigeons under solar panels in Peterborough? Signs to look for
On modern estates the signs are often easy to spot from the street:
Birds on the ridge
Pairs of pigeons sitting on the ridge or the edge of the panels and then disappearing underneath.
Nesting material
Twigs and straw sticking out from under the panels or collecting in gutters.
Droppings everywhere
Droppings on the panels, cars, driveways and windowsills below the array.
Solar panel pigeon proofing for new-build homes
Many homes in Hampton, Cardea, Paston Reserve and other new developments were built with solar panels already fitted. These arrays are often mounted on modern concrete tiles with a generous gap underneath, which makes them especially attractive to pigeons.
New-build roofs also tend to have few other ledges or chimneys, so the space under the panels is one of the only sheltered spots available. That’s why we see so many new estates in Peterborough affected within a few years of being built.
Our mesh is clipped to the panel frames rather than fixed to the roof, so it won’t affect your roof warranty or your panel warranty – an important point for newer homes still covered by a builder’s guarantee.
Our process
Our Peterborough bird proofing process
Most jobs are completed in one visit.
1
Send photos
Take a few photos of your panels and send them with your postcode for a fixed, no-obligation price.
2
Remove pigeons and nests
We move the birds on humanely and remove all nest material, checking first for eggs or chicks.
3
Clean and treat
Droppings and debris are cleared from the roof and gutters, and the area is treated with a biocide.
4
Fit the bird mesh
Galvanised mesh is cut to fit and clipped around the whole array, sealing every gap.
How solar panel bird mesh works
Solar panel bird mesh is fitted around the perimeter of the array, running from the panel frame down to the roof tiles. It closes the gap that pigeons use to get underneath, without covering the panels themselves.
The mesh is made from galvanised wire with a black PVC coating and is held on with stainless steel clips, so it is strong, long-lasting and discreet. It allows air to circulate and water to drain, so your panels keep working as they should.
Learn more about our solar panel pigeon proofing service.
Pigeon proofing solar panels cost in Peterborough
Most Peterborough homes pay between £350 and £1,200. Your fixed price depends on:
- The size and layout of the array
- The height of the house – many new-builds are three storeys
- How much nest material and droppings need clearing
- Whether neighbours want their panels proofed at the same time
Read our pigeon proofing cost guide or send photos for an exact quote.
What’s included in every Peterborough job
One fixed price, with no extras on the day.
- Pigeon and nest removal
- Droppings cleared
- Biocide treatment
- Galvanised, PVC-coated mesh
- No drilling into roof or panels
- 10-year guarantee
Proofing for landlords and letting agents
Peterborough has a large rental market, and pigeons under solar panels are a common cause of tenant complaints about noise, smell and blocked gutters. We work with landlords and letting agents across the city and can arrange access directly with tenants.
If you manage several properties on the same estate, we can quote for them together and proof them on the same day.
Solar panel pigeon proofing Peterborough – FAQs
How much does solar panel pigeon proofing cost in Peterborough?
Usually between £350 and £1,200, depending on the size of the array and the height of the house. Photos let us give you a fixed price.
Will the mesh affect my new-build warranty?
No. Nothing is drilled into your roof or panels – the mesh is clipped to the panel frames.
Can you proof my neighbours’ panels at the same time?
Yes, and it often makes sense on terraces and estates, as it stops birds moving from roof to roof.
Do wood pigeons nest under solar panels?
Yes. They are common around the outer townships and nest under panels just like feral pigeons.
Do you remove the droppings?
Yes. Clearing droppings and nest material and treating the area is always included.
Do you cover Hampton, Orton and Werrington?
Yes – plus Bretton, Stanground, Paston, Yaxley, Whittlesey and Market Deeping.
How long does the job take?
Most homes take a few hours and are done in a single visit.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes – for 10 years. If pigeons get back in, we return and fix it at no cost.
Pigeon proofing near you in Peterborough
We also cover Cambridge, Huntingdonshire, Corby, Kettering and Grantham.
Hampton Orton Werrington Bretton Stanground Paston Yaxley Whittlesey Market Deeping Cambridge Huntingdonshire
Pigeons under your solar panels in Peterborough?
Send us a few photos for a free, no-obligation quote.